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It's no secret: Zoom has become a regular player in our lives. This newer, popular way to communicate "face-to-face" has been used in a variety of ways, whether it's for a work meeting, virtual happy hour with friends, or otherwise. But as exciting as it is to see...
BLACK LIVES MATTER. Say their names. Remember their stories. You've certainly heard about the senseless murder of George Floyd at the hands of four Minneapolis police officers on Memorial Day, May 25, 2020. As utterly disgusting as it is that a Black man was lynched...
It's no joke: Laughter is powerful medicine. It strengthens relationships, reduces mental stress, builds immunity, improves job performance—and there's a bonus. Laughter therapy is instantaneous, requires no prescription and doesn't entail leaving your house. Laughter...
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, many couples have had to make difficult decisions about their special day—whether postponing their wedding by an entire year or shifting their plans to a smaller outdoor event (hopefully) in the months ahead. Alpine Events, which has been...
I'll have to admit that when the stay-at-home orders were extended, I suddenly felt boredom settling in. Like many others, I've started a new hobby, finished a puzzle, baked banana bread (using this delicious recipe from our friends at Egypt Valley Country Club) and...
"Reading gives us someplace to go when we have to stay where we are." —Mason Cooley Books connect, give us solace and allow us to escape. Whether you're in the mood for mystery, women's fiction, YA, romance, a thriller or family drama, getting swept away in a book may...
It's no doubt that social distancing has affected us all. Day in and day out, we're watching bad news unfold in front of us. The presence of COVID-19 in our communities and in our homes is, undoubtedly, impacting our mental health. For some of us, our days are filled...
Broadway has gone dark, but you can watch hit plays at home. West Side Story (1961) Photo courtesy of Donaldson Collection/Getty Images. The trendy 2020 Broadway revival is closed and Spielberg's new movie version won't arrive until later this year, but Stephen...
It's unclear when and where many 2020 high school graduation ceremonies will take place, considering these uncertain times involving the coronavirus. These kids were born during the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, and are graduating amid a global pandemic. As...
In Part One of this two-part post, we explored the strong emotions that can be tied to losing a pet and gained a better understanding of the pain some experience. Continuing my conversations with recently grieving friends Kurt, Libby, and Amy, this follow-up provides...